Boat Review: Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 439

The Sun Odyssey 439 is a thoroughly modern family cruiser, incorporating several of the latest design trends.Building on the success of the Sun Odyssey 409, Jeanneau has completely revamped their Sun Odyssey line of cruisers. As with most major manufacturers, their entire range seems to ratchet up in size with every retooling. Their new Sun Odyssey 439 and 44 DS, which would have once represented the upper end of their offerings, are now nestled well in the middle of the pack, size-wise. Although they share the exact same Philippe Briand designed hull, the 439 and 44 DS are on completely different missions. Once a potential customer has settled on basic size and price point, Jeanneau hopes to keep them in the family by offering either the elevated and commodious interior of the 44 DS or the more traditional deck layout and better sailing performance of the Sun Odyssey 439.